Author Archives: Ivy de Leon

About Ivy de Leon

From decorating and home staging to entertaining and gardening, I enjoy bringing traditional style to each project. I love to combine new and vintage market finds to create elevated and inviting spaces for today's modern lifestyle. CONTACT: IVY@IVYDELEON.COM

Cool In Chambray

  Happy Monday! With the hot days of summer arriving early (I’m not complaining after a cold winter), one of my favorite fabrics to wear is chambray. Cool cotton and a relaxed look keep me wanting more than just a … Continue reading

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Kitchen and Bath: Matte is the New Black

Merging Italian design with Swiss engineering, MGS of Milano is proud to unveil Black Steel, new and refined, industrial finish option in solid stainless steel that is clean, modern and strikingly edgy. Select products in the MGS MB Bath Collections … Continue reading

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Turn A Rainy Day Into A Sunny Day

On rainy Tuesday, a cup of tea and pretty images on Pinterest make it a more enjoyable.  How do you turn a rainy day into a sunny day at home? image 1-2, 3

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Power Monday: Dare to Bare Your Toes

Power Monday is about celebrating new opportunities, ideas and yourself. The idea came from my sons, two business entrepreneurs at Babson College.  I found they were always excited about Monday mornings.  They call  it “money making Mondays,” a fresh start to polish, reinvest and create … Continue reading

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Treasure Hunting With Eddie Ross At Pine Hill Farm

Driving nearly two hours for an estate sale may seem too far for most people.  However, this was no regular estate sale.  It was Eddie Ross’ estate sale.  Yes, that Eddie Ross, Senior Style Editor of Martha Stewart Living and Associate Editor … Continue reading

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Happy Memorial Day!

Happy Memorial Day! Thanks to all our military and their families for their service.

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Celebrating 40 Years Of Fabulous by Steven Stolman

John Rosselli and Bunny Williams hosted a cocktail party in celebration of Steven Stolman’s new book 40 Years Of Fabulous, released on May 1st by Gibbs Smith.  The book chronicles more than four decades of interior design at the Kips Bay … Continue reading

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Luxe Children Spaces

We couldn’t be happier with the addition of a new member to our extended family. No, not me. I will be aunt Ivy to a sweet little girl. I’m super excited. So much so, I’ve been pinning images of children spaces … Continue reading

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Celebrate Life Outdoors With Selamat

Yes, I’m still talking about High Point Market in May. There are so many awesome offerings to make your home yours. I love the fresh Spring color at Selamat. Natural rattan or watery blues and sunshine yellows will make any … Continue reading

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Power Monday: Spring Into Summer

The days are getting hotter. As we go from spring into summer, I think these pieces are stylish to stay cool while looking professional. I’ve been out and about working and taking care of family business. My son was home … Continue reading

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